Dynex TV Mount DX DTVMFP23 User Manual
ASSEMBLY GUIDE  
DX-DTVMFP23  
TV Wall Mount  
Safety information and specifications . . .2  
Tools needed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Installation instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
For either wood-stud or  
concrete wall installations  
Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.  
 
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Tools needed  
You will need the following tools to assemble your new TV wall mount:  
ardware  
Magnetic Removable Level  
Pencil  
Drill  
Edge-to-edge  
stud finder  
Phillips screwdriver  
Socket wrench with 1/2"  
(13 mm) socket or  
adjustable wrench  
3/16" (5 mm) wood drill bit for  
wood stud wall  
OR  
3/8" (10 mm) masonry drill bit  
(concrete only)  
Hammer  
Measuring tape  
Package contents  
Make sure that you have all the hardware necessary to assemble your new TV wall mount:  
A Wall Plate (1)  
B Left TV Bracket (1)  
C Right TV Bracket (1)  
D Plastic covers (2)  
A
C
D
B
 
   
4
TV Hardware Bag  
Label  
E
Hardware  
Qty.  
4
Label  
M
Hardware  
Qty.  
4
M4 × 12 mm  
screw  
M8 × 20 mm screw  
M4 × 35 mm  
screw  
F
4
8
N
O
P
4
4
4
M4 washer  
G
M8 × 36 mm screw  
Lag bolt washer  
M6/M8 washer  
H
I
4
4
4
4
Universal spacers  
5/16" × 2 3/4" lag bolt  
Concrete anchor  
M6 × 12 mm  
screw  
J
Q
4
1
M6 × 35 mm  
screw  
K
Magnetic  
removable  
level  
M8 × 16 mm  
screw  
L
4
1
2
3
4in  
10  
20  
30  
40  
50  
60  
70  
80  
90  
100mm  
 
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Installation instructions  
STEP 1- Determine whether your TV has a flat back or an  
irregular or obstructed back  
1
2
Carefully place your TV face-down on a cushioned, clean surface to protect the screen.  
If your TV has a table-top stand attached, remove the stand. See the documentation that came with your  
TV for instructions.  
3
4
5
Temporarily lay the TV brackets (B and C) on the back of your TV.  
Align the screw holes in the TV brackets with the mounting screw holes on your TV.  
Identify which type of back your TV may have:  
Flat back: The brackets lay flush against the back of your TV and do not block any jacks. You do not need  
spacers when assembling the wall mount.  
•
•
Obstructed back: The brackets block one or more of the jacks on the back of your TV. You will need  
spacers when assembling the wall mount.  
•
Irregularly-shaped back: There is a gap between a bracket and some part of the back of your TV. You  
will need spacers when assembling the wall mount.  
6
Remove the TV brackets.  
 
 
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STEP 2 - Select screws, washers, and spacers  
1
Select the hardware for your TV (screws, washers, and spacers). Some TVs come with mounting  
hardware included (usually in the holes on the back of the TV.) If you don't know the correct length of  
the mounting screws your TV requires, test various sizes by hand threading the screws.  
a. Select one of the following types of screws:  
Flat back  
Obstructed back  
M4 × 12 mm screws (E) M4 × 35 mm screws (F)  
M6 × 12 mm screws (J) M6 × 35 mm screws (K)  
M8 × 16 mm screws (L) M8 × 36 mm screws (N)  
M8 × 20 mm screws (M)  
b. Select from the following washers:  
M4 washer (G)  
M6/M8 washer (H)  
c. For an irregular or obstructed TV back, use the universal spacers (I).  
CAUTION:To avoid potential personal injuries and property damage, make sure that there are  
adequate threads to secure the brackets to your TV. If you encounter resistance, stop immediately and  
contact customer service. Use the shortest screw and spacer combination to accommodate your TV.  
Using hardware that is too long may damage your TV. However, using a screw that is too short may  
cause your TV to fall from the mount.  
Screw is too  
long  
Screw is too  
short  
Screw fits  
correctly  
2
Remove the screws.  
 
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STEP 3 - Attaching the plastic covers to the wall plate  
1
Fit the plastic covers (D) over the ends of the wall plate (A).  
A - Wall plate  
D - Plastic cover  
2
For a flat back TV, go to “STEP 4 - Option 1: Attaching the mounting hardware to TVs with a flat back“ on  
page 8.  
-OR-  
For an irregular or obstructed back, go to “STEP 4 - Option 2: Attaching the mounting hardware to TVs  
with irregular or obstructed backs” on page 9.  
You’ll need  
D - Plastic covers (2)  
A - Wall plate  
 
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STEP 4 - Option 1: Attaching the mounting hardware to TVs  
with a flat back  
Note: If you plan to use a 5° tilt with a larger TV (42”+), we suggest using spacers with the mounting  
brackets so that the bottom of the TV does not touch the wall.  
1
Align the left and right TV brackets (B and C) with the screw holes on the back of the TV. Make sure that  
the brackets are level.  
2
3
Install washers (G or H), and screws (E, J, L, or M) into the holes in the back of the TV.  
Tighten the screws until they are snug against the TV brackets. Do not over tighten.  
or  
or  
You’ll need  
or  
or  
or  
E (4)  
H (4)  
G (4)  
J (4)  
or  
B and C TV brackets  
Phillips screwdriver  
Level  
M (4)  
L (4)  
 
 
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STEP 4 - Option 2: Attaching the mounting hardware to TVs  
with irregular or obstructed backs  
1
1
Place spacers (I) over the screw holes on the back of the TV.  
Align the left and right TV brackets (B and C) with the screw holes on the back of the TV. Make sure that  
the brackets are level.  
2
If you are using M4 washers (G), place them between the spacers and TV brackets and over the holes in  
the TV brackets. If you are using M6/M8 washers (H), place them over the holes in the TV brackets. Insert  
screws (F, K , or N) through the washers, TV brackets, and spacers.  
3
Tighten the screws until they are snug against the TV brackets. Do not over tighten.  
or  
or  
If you are using M4 (G)  
washers (only), place  
them both in front of  
and behind the  
brackets.  
You’ll need  
or  
or  
F (4)  
K (4)  
N (4)  
I (4)  
or  
Phillips screwdriver  
B and C TV  
brackets  
H (4)  
G (8)  
 
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STEP 5 - Determine wall-mount location  
Notes:  
•
For more detailed information on determining where to drill your holes, visit our online height-finder  
at: http://mf1.bestbuy.selectionassistant.com/index.php/heightfinder  
•
Your TV should be high enough so your eyes are level with the middle of the screen. Normally, this is  
40 to 60 inches from the ground.  
The center of your TV will match the center of the wall plate (A). Before you drill holes in the wall:  
1
2
Measure the distance from the bottom of your TV to the middle (half of the height of the TV). This is  
measurement a.  
Measure the distance from the floor to where you want the bottom of the TV to be placed on the wall.  
Keep in mind that the bottom of the TV should be placed above any furniture (such as entertainment  
centers or TV stands). The TV should also be above items placed on top of the furniture (like a Blu-ray  
player or cable box). This measurement is b.  
3
4
Add a + b. The total measurement is the height where you want the center of the wall plate to be on the  
wall.  
Use a pencil to mark this spot on the wall.  
a  
b
You’ll need  
Pencil  
Measuring tape  
 
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STEP 6 - Option 1: Installing on a wood stud wall  
Note: Any drywall covering the wall must not exceed 5/8" (16 mm).  
1
2
Locate the studs. Verify the centers of the studs with an edge-to-edge stud finder.  
Align the wall plate (A) at the height you determined in the previous step, make sure that it is level, then  
use a pencil to mark the lag bolt hole locations (4) on the stud centers. Remove the wall plate (A).  
Drill pilot holes to a depth of 2 in. (50 mm) using a 3/16 in. (5 mm) diameter drill bit.  
Align the wall plate (A) with the pilot holes, insert the lag bolts (P) through the lag bolt washers (O),  
then through the holes in the wall plate. Tighten the lag bolts only until they are firm against the wall  
plate.  
3
4
CAUTION: Avoid potential injuries or property damage! DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts (P).  
- Minimum wood stud size: common 2 x 4 in. (51 x 102 mm) nominal 11/2 x 31/2 in. (38 x 89 mm).  
- Minimum spacing between horizontal fasteners cannot be less than 16 in. (40 cm)  
2 in. (50 mm)  
3/16 in. (5 mm)  
Wood stud  
Level  
You’ll need  
Pencil  
Wall plate (A)  
P (4)  
3/16" wood drill bit  
Level  
1/2" socket wrench  
Edge-to edge  
stud finder  
Drill  
O (4)  
 
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STEP 6 - Option 2: Installing on a solid concrete or concrete  
block wall  
CAUTION:To prevent property damage or personal injury, never drill into mortar between blocks.  
Mount the wall plate directly onto the concrete surface.  
1
Align the wall plate (A) at the height you determined in the previous step, make sure that it is level, then  
use a pencil to mark the lag bolt hole locations (4). Remove the wall plate (A).  
2
3
Drill pilot holes to a depth of 2.36 in. (60 mm) using a 3/8 in. (10 mm) diameter masonry drill bit.  
Insert the concrete wall anchors (Q) into the pilot holes and use a hammer to make sure the anchors are  
flush with the concrete surface.  
4
Align the wall plate (A) with the anchors, insert the lag bolts (P) through the lag bolt washers (O), then  
through the holes in the wall plate. Tighten the lag bolts only until they are firm against the wall plate.  
CAUTION:Avoid potential injuries or property damage! DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts (P).  
 
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.
* Minimum solid concrete thickness: 8 in. (203mm).  
* Minimum concrete block size: 8 x 8 x 16 in. (203 x 203 x 406 mm).  
The minimum distance between the top two fasteners cannot be less than 16 in. (40 cm)  
2.36 in. (60 mm)  
3/8 in. (10 mm)  
Concrete wall  
Level  
You’ll need  
3/8" masonry drill bit  
Pencil  
Wall plate (A)  
P (4)  
1/2" socket wrench  
Level  
Drill  
Q (4)  
O (4)  
 
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STEP 7 - Mounting the TV to the wall plate  
1
2
Place the TV brackets (B and C) into the slotted flanges of the wall plate (A).  
Push the bottom of the TV toward the wall until the spring self-locking system clicks into place.  
HEAVY! You will need assistance  
with this step.  
Wall  
Wall  
The brackets must  
engage the slotted  
flanges of the wall plate  
to hold your TV in place.  
The spring  
self-locking system  
engages the wall  
plate when you press  
on the brackets after  
mounting your TV.  
This prevents your  
TV from jarring  
loose.  
The pendents have a  
magnetic button on the  
end so that you can stick  
them to the brackets to  
keep them out of sight.  
Press the brackets after you  
mount the TV to the wall plate  
to lock the assembly to the wall  
plate.  
Congratulations, you have finished the installation. Time to watch some TV!  
 
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If you ever need to remove the TV from the wall plate  
1
Grasp the TV by the bottom edge, then pull down on the locking cords and pull the bottom of the TV out  
from the wall.  
2
Release the locking cords and lift the top of the TV from the wall bracket.  
HEAVY! You will need assistance  
with this step.  
Pull down to unlatch.  
 
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